Lifeguard

Joliet Park District•Joliet, IL

7d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Guards and the Aquatics Superintendent, Lifeguards are responsible for providing professional customer service to members of the facility, enforcing facility rules and regulations, ensuring patron safety, and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards are expected to be proficient in American Red Cross lifeguarding skills, to conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism, and treat the public and co-workers with fairness, equality, and respect.

Requirements

Some high school required
American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications must be obtained upon hire

Responsibilities

Continuously be alert, scanning, and prepared to respond to an emergency while on surveillance duty
Prevent accidents from occurring in the water and on deck, when possible, by enforcing all policies, rules, and regulations that govern the conduct of persons using the pool
Identify emergency situations, activate and execute the facility’s Emergency Action Plan, including conducting the appropriate water rescue (if applicable), administering first aid, performing CPR, and providing other emergency care as needed
Check patrons in as they come into the facility
Professionally and knowledgeably answer questions and educate patrons on the policies, rules, and regulations governing the facility
Perform basic cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain a clean and safe aquatic facility for patrons and staff, including cleaning and maintaining the pool and hot tub areas, surrounding deck area, Pool Office, First Aid Room, Party Room, and storage rooms and areas
Inspect pool facilities, equipment, and pool water to support a safe environment for patrons
Monitor facility operations and maintain an orderly pool area, foresee possible issues with patrons or the pool schedule, and take steps to prevent such problems
Personally comply with and enforce all policies, procedures, and regulations set by the Joliet Park District, Aquatics Department management, American Red Cross, and the local and state health department
Conduct oneself in a manner that helps to create and maintain a working environment conducive to positive team morale and teamwork
Maintain a positive, professional, and friendly attitude while engaged in daily operations and stressful situations with patrons and co-workers
Maintain an acceptable appearance at all times in both uniform and personal hygiene
Available to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Attend all staff meetings and trainings, as required
Complete all records, reports, logs, etc., as required
Identify potentially dangerous situations, conditions, or behaviors
Identify and properly respond to emergencies (in the water, medical emergencies, etc.)
Make quick and accurate decisions regarding emergency response measures in high stress situations
Knowledge of and proficient ability to perform appropriate lifeguarding techniques for providing on-site emergency care
Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
Able to communicate with patrons and staff in a professional manner